Assistant Clients’ Right Advocate ; Bilingual-English​/Spanish

Description

Equitable and Inclusive Hiring at Disability Rights California (DRC)

At Disability Rights California (DRC), we are committed to creating an equitable, accessible, and inclusive experience for all applicants. Below, we’ve outlined important details to ensure you feel fully supported throughout the hiring process.

Examples of reasonable accommodations include:

• American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation
• Alternative formats for interview materials (e.g., large print, Braille, digital files)
• Interview questions provided prior to the interview
• Extended interview time
• A quiet or distraction-free interview setting
• Adjustments to the interview format for accessibility (e.g., pinning participants,)
• Assistance with reading or note-taking during interviews

If you require an accommodation due to a disability to complete this application OR you are experiencing issues submitting your application and accompanying materials, please e-mail: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .
Please note resume and cover letter are required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

People with disabilities, people of color, people in all protected classes, and formerly incarcerated people are encouraged to apply. Make a difference! We fight for the rights of people that have disabilities.... JOIN US!

LOCATION:

3602 Inland Empire Blvd., Ontario, CA (INLAND REGIONAL CENTER), eligible for hybrid schedule with minimum 2 days/week in office

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

Non-exempt;
Regular;
Full time (37.5 hrs).

SALARY RANGE:

$50,000 - $58,922 annually

We base salary offers on program budget, experience and an internal equity analysis. Therefore, our offers are firm.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

Our benefits include a generous 8% 401k Match. We offer Health Insurance (HMO Base and Buy Up Plans, A PPO for Employees outside of the HMO area), dental, vision, basic life insurance, long-term disability insurance and flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent care and commuter). Additionally, we offer paid vacation, paid wellness time and eighteen paid holidays (including the last week in December) plus more.

We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - eligible employer.

Final date to receive applications:

Open until filled. Applications should be received by September 10, 2025 to be considered for the first round of interviews.
Resume and cover letter are reviewed and required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

WHO WE ARE

Disability Rights California (DRC) defends, advances, and strengthens the rights and opportunities of people with disabilities.

DRC works for a world where all disabled people have power and are treated with dignity and respect. In this world, people with disabilities are supported, valued, included in their communities, afforded the same opportunities as people without disabilities, and make their own decisions.

DRC values all forms of human diversity. We are committed to a culture of belonging where all people are welcome. In order to be effective advocates for all people with disabilities, we must address discrimination in all its forms, including the unique challenges faced by people who experience the intersection of multiple systems of discrimination.

OFFICE OF CLIENTS’ RIGHTS ADVOCACY

DRC has a contract with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), State of California, to provide Clients’ Rights Advocacy services for clients of each of the 21 regional centers located statewide. That contract funds the Assistant Clients’ Rights Advocate (ACRA) position. We are a team of zealous advocates and disability generalists who are building a culture of teamwork and working for a world where all disabled people have power, are treated with dignity and respect, and make their own decisions.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The ACRA assists and advocates for people with developmental disabilities who are regional center clients, including people who reside in state developmental centers and community facilities. The ACRA is primarily responsible for clerical and administrative support for the office, which provides information, advice, and representation on a wide range of legal topics impacting people who receive regional center…